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Real Madrid’s injury woes have been a significant talking point this season, with several key players sidelined at crucial moments.
As the campaign progresses, the focus has increasingly shifted to the rehabilitation and potential return of these stars, who are vital to the team’s success.
The club has been plagued by injuries, ranging from minor niggles to more severe issues, disrupting their rhythm and forcing manager Carlo Ancelotti to continually reshuffle his squad.
From muscle strains to long-term absences, Real Madrid’s medical team has been working tirelessly to get these players back to full fitness.
Fans eagerly await updates, hoping for positive news that could see their favourite players return to the pitch sooner rather than later.
With the season now in its first international break, every game counts, and the timely return of these stars could be the difference between success and disappointment for Los Blancos.
In this article, we will delve into the latest injury updates, providing detailed information on each player’s condition, the progress of their recovery, and the potential return dates.
David Alaba
David Alaba is still struggling with the aftereffects of the ACL injury that he sustained last season. It was expected that he would be back in October, but recent reports suggest that his return might be delayed further.
It leaves Real Madrid without one of their key defenders for an extended time. Alaba has been out of action since December 2023, and as of now, there is still no confirmed date for his return to the team.
Jude Bellingham
Jude Bellingham, another vital player for Real Madrid, is currently dealing with a muscle injury in the plantar region of his right leg. This injury occurred during a routine training session, forcing him to cut his participation short due to significant pain.
This unexpected setback resulted in Bellingham missing Real Madrid’s 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid, their first win of the new season.
The club’s medical team quickly assessed the situation and confirmed the severity of his injury. It is expected that Bellingham will be out of action for about a month, with a likely return date around September 23.
Eduardo Camavinga
Eduardo Camavinga is also on the injury list, having picked up a knee injury just before the UEFA Super Cup final against Atalanta and it was expected that he would be out for at least the next six to seven weeks.
The midfielder’s recovery is understood to be progressing well and if all goes according to plan, he could be back in action by the end of this month.
Dani Ceballos
Dani Ceballos is another midfielder who has joined Real Madrid’s growing list of injured players. Ceballos picked up his injury during a match against Real Betis and is set to miss up to six weeks of action.
His absence means he will likely miss around 12 matches for Real Madrid, with an expected return during the first week of November.
Ferland Mendy
Ferland Mendy recently left France’s training camp due to muscle fatigue in his shin. However, reports from the Spanish press indicate that Mendy’s injury isn’t serious, and the defender should be available for Real Madrid’s match against Real Sociedad in under two weeks.
Mendy has since returned to Madrid, where he will recover from this minor injury, aiming to be ready for that important match.
Aurelien Tchouameni
Aurelien Tchouameni was another player who recently withdrew from France’s squad due to a foot injury. The 24-year-old left the national team camp and returned to Real Madrid, where he will undergo further evaluation.
The injury is not believed to be serious, and like Mendy, Tchouameni is expected to be available for the upcoming match against Real Sociedad.
Joan Martinez
Finally, young Real Madrid centre-back Joan Martinez underwent knee surgery after sustaining an ACL injury during a training session with the first team.
The 17-year-old defender is expected to be out of action until at least March 2025, though no fixed return date has been set.
